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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1904
Page
8
Cincinnati watchers study Miller Huggins and Orville Woodruff as potential key infielders for the Reds. Drafted from AA and other leagues, the pair are praised for fielding, base running, and overall readiness, with local opinion calling Huggins a standout and a potential kingpin infield asset.
The article discusses who holds the world title in catch-as-catch wrestling with claims for Tom Jenkins of Cleveland as not America’s champion, noting Nourouilah the Turk defeated Jenkins at Madison Square Garden and again in rapid succession, with earlier remarks from Bellingham.
The piece surveys early season expectations for major league teams. It notes Happy Jack Chesebro coaching Harvard, speculation on Phillies changes, McGraw’s Philadelphia and Giants staff, Conroy and Clark Griffith lineups, and various pitchers and managers shaping the season. It mentions Connie Mack, Sandnn Mertes, Mike Lynch, Ted Ames, and others in a broad preview of talent and moves, with cautious optimism about early form and potential adjustments.
Frank Gotch of Iowa, a Burns pupil, threw Jenkins after a foul by Jenkins. Gotch had earlier defeated several wrestlers in Aska during a recent tour, showcasing dominance in the ring.
Union of polo players in the Western League plan recuperation at season end with a three week layoff at French Lick Springs. Reports suggest a possible agreement on next season among players as demand rises and some may form an organization to advance their interests. Most players from the East will return home after season end to pursue other business ventures.
Western Polo League standings show clubs Richmond Marion Muncie Anderson Indianapolis Elwood and Marion with mixed wins and losses. Central League matches list Logansport at Terre Haute Lafayette at Fort Wayne with Elwood facing Anderson and Marlon at Muncie in upcoming games.
Tom Sharkey, famed heavyweight fighter, seeks social fame as a society pet. The veteran pugilist is teased for sensitivity and humor, with a wry answer to a correspondent noting he does not eat soap with a fork but prefers a sponge.
The Heston Americans claim their new utility man Jack O Neil is the fleetest runner in the two leagues. The World beaters nickname Arthur Duffey as a baseball figure. O Neil recently defeated Lee, the fast runner, in a recent contest.
Mercer College in Macon Georgia hosted a Weyard dash run by ONeill who clocked 115 seconds. The Rosina champions dominated the race as Mercer students learned of ONeill’s sprinting prowess.
Hoggie is set to report in Indianapolis around April 1 with signs he will sign for the year. He has eight years of service with the club and is popular with fans. Also reporting are Chris Lindsay and W. R. B. Powell, two minor league outfielders, while manager Phillips seeks a utility man to replace Orville Woodruff, who joined Cincinnati.
A spirited crowd saw Capt. McGilvray’s men beat Muncie 19 to 3 Saturday night in the Auditorium. O’Tara at halfback starred on defense while McGilvray, Coggshall and Bannon contributed standout play amid a flaring, enthusiastic turnout.
Jack Cullen of Incat pug faces Maries Clark in a six round bout at Fortville Tuesday night. The Sixth ward athletic club promotes several matches including Freddie Cole versus Kid Brune. Lee Kahns beat Tom Bentons 5 to 2. A billiards tournament opens March 25 and closes April 16 for club members.
A burst of athletic events is planned with many entrants. Young Corbett aims to end Charley Neary's career after Jimmy Britt and Tommy Meawatt matchups. Shortridge girls showcase track and bowling talents while aiming to reflect state basketball glory and challenge local male peers.
Agnes Mack a 50 to 1 shot won from Shilbe the favorite on Thursday. Milwaukee manager Cuntillon expects to land a pitcher from the Reds. Cincinnati hosts a tennis championship on July 15. Welles foalings and farm machinery projects appear. Calts beat Taco mas 5 to 0 in five innings at Freena. Two Feathers emerges as a wrestling aspirant. Witebrook elected president of Saratoga jockey club. H Payne Whitney vice president. Latonia track sale bid rejected by Apategate Interests. Trade talks hint peace between baseball leagues. Western turf war brews. H Phillips to ride Judge Himes in World’s Fair Handicap. Ellison pledges $10,000 for victory. Roosevelt attends Olympic Games as honorary president. Rough-rider club to book games with top teams. Killtea hopes a new schedule to avert another league war. Accolade fails in hurdle at Hot Springs. Uneglaub trains for NYA, may replace Williams. Filberfeld and Ungland praised as whirlwind pair. Handicapped lifrhander may race again in spring.
St Paul news reports giant Indiana wrestler Maren is Two Feathers the world’s greatest Indian wrestler. He claims to have defeated rivals on the Pacific coast and eyes a match with God the champion. He weighs around Penns and stands near inches tall, planning to go abroad to challenge Hackenschmide and Jenkins in London.
Lola Roberts 3516 Washington street staged a suicide scene with laudanum during a lovers quarrel. She slammed the door and pretended to drink the poison, fooling her sweetheart William A. Byana who summoned police and doctors. Lola later opened the door smiling and claimed she was only fooling.
A March merger plan links the National Beans Vein with a Seva capital, with Maine charter served and the United States Broom Company named among promoters. New York financier Luke Los is listed as a promoter in the combined entity seeking to form the Benom group.
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